Apr 7, 2026Board meeting
Des Moines Public Schools Board Board Meeting Session
The board meeting included a public forum where speakers expressed concerns regarding district-wide program reimaging, particularly regarding special education programs, transportation challenges, and the need for stakeholder collaboration. The board held district recognitions, honoring a middle school athletic director of the year and winning middle school podcast teams. Additionally, the district was awarded a grant for an early childhood education program, and the board acknowledged campaign efforts for a school bond.